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My Girl

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Tomboy Vada Sultenfuss (Anna Chlumsky) has good reason to be morbid: her mother died giving birth to her, and her father (Dan Aykroyd) operates a funeral service out of their home. The other kids think she's a freak, and it certainly doesn't help that her best friend, Thomas J. Sennett (Macaulay Culkin), is a boy. To make matters worse, Vada is desperately in love with her English teacher, Mr. Bixler (Griffin Dunne). What's an 11-year-old girl to do?
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My Girl has a mostly sweet story and a pair of appealing young leads, but it's largely undone by its aggressively tearjerking ending.

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Sarah Fonseca Autostraddle When I watched My Girl as a kid, I spent 80% of the movie having Schwinn Bicycle and mood ring envy. Now, I'm also able to appreciate [the] dialogue... Nov 3, 2018 Full Review Owen Gleiberman Entertainment Weekly My Girl has some sweet, funny moments (the cast is uniformly appealing), yet it unfolds in a landscape of paralyzing, pop-psych banality. Rated: C+ Sep 7, 2011 Full Review Variety Staff Variety It’s a rough summer for an 11-year-old, but director Howard Zieff paints it in the manner of a watercolor of a youthful idyll. Mar 26, 2009 Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Or, Macaulay Culkin Meets The Swarm. Rated: 3/4 Mar 18, 2025 Full Review Erik Childress The Friendship Dilemma Podcast A film that renders a beautiful adolescent friendship wonderfully played by Macaulay Culkin and Anna Chlumsky, in one of the great child performances, while also not fumbling away confronting genuine lessons about grief and loss for young people. Rated: 4/4 Jun 6, 2024 Full Review Brian D. Johnson Maclean's Magazine My Girl is an exercise in mawkish sentiment, an exploitation picture for the whole family. Oct 11, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Cameron L Anyone who hasn't seen this movie might think this is a sappy story between a girl and a boy, well, I love surprising people. Even this is a light movie until the third act, is where the best scenes are there, and indefinitely needed because it focuses on death and a funeral home where Vada lives. The acting is extremely genuine and exceptionally believable as it's bright and beautiful looking. This is one of most likable movies of all time because Vada and Thomas are two of the most likable characters in the last 30 years Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/24/25 Full Review Blu B It's Good. It's a good exploration through the eyes of a child grief, death, love, heartbreak, and coming of age. Even for 91' it gives off huge nostalgia and sentimental vibes. It's solidly done though all around with good direction. It's got quite a bit of dark quirky humor, the setting is unique and memorable, and the characters are quirky too which is unique for such a wholesome type of film. Good dialouge to boot as well and consistent laughs. You know I think the trick with something like this is to the degree you feel the authenticity vs tugging at the heartstrings. I think for myself I get what it's doing and is well made but it has trouble bringing all the different subplots together in the middle. Her relaionship with Thomas, her Dad, Mom, Shelly, the writing class, her teacher, and herself feel like seperate stories to varying degrees throughout. Hoenstly the writing thing especially feels like even though I get the tie in, could be cut and nothing much is lost as a whole. So it does feel like in the final 20 minutes or so when all the melodrama hits it's trying to tug at the heartstrings to make up for that more than it genuinely earned. Heartfelt, nostalgic but also a little to mushy at times espeically in the end. It's still a unique well thought film. Anyone who is a fan of any actors in this, the director, coming of age stories, or melodramas should check this out. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/20/25 Full Review Ralph R *My Girl* (1991) is one of those movies that lingers long after the credits roll. At its core, it's a coming-of-age story that beautifully captures childhood innocence, friendship, and the tough lessons that come with growing up. The plot unfolds naturally, taking its time to let you connect with the characters, making the emotional moments hit even harder. It balances lighthearted humor with deeper themes without ever feeling forced, making it more than just a typical family drama. The directing by Howard Zieff keeps everything grounded, allowing the story to breathe and feel real. The cinematography leans into a nostalgic, warm aesthetic that perfectly complements the film's tone. There's a sense of comfort in the way it's shot, almost like flipping through old childhood memories. The script feels natural, with dialogue that flows effortlessly, making the characters feel genuine rather than overly scripted or dramatic. The score is subtle but effective, never overpowering the story but enhancing the emotions in just the right moments. When it comes to performances, Anna Chlumsky shines in her first major role, delivering a performance that feels authentic and heartfelt. Macaulay Culkin, fresh off his *Home Alone* success, takes on a very different role and does it with quiet charm. The supporting cast also does a great job, adding depth to the story without overshadowing the leads. Overall, *My Girl* is a beautifully crafted film that sticks with you. It’s emotional without being manipulative, nostalgic without being cliché, and tells a story that feels personal even decades later. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/15/25 Full Review BRENDEN J My Girl is a classic movie for the whole family to enjoy. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/02/25 Full Review Ainsley S This movie is my all time favorite. Vada and Thomas j's relationship is the cutest thing ever. Thomas j does die, but it's an amazing movie for older kids. This movie is really comforting for me as well. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/14/25 Full Review Fabrícia F Uma história comovente e eficaz em trazer a perspectiva do primeiro amor na infância. A amizade leal que se torna algo mais. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/09/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Tomboy Vada Sultenfuss (Anna Chlumsky) has good reason to be morbid: her mother died giving birth to her, and her father (Dan Aykroyd) operates a funeral service out of their home. The other kids think she's a freak, and it certainly doesn't help that her best friend, Thomas J. Sennett (Macaulay Culkin), is a boy. To make matters worse, Vada is desperately in love with her English teacher, Mr. Bixler (Griffin Dunne). What's an 11-year-old girl to do?
Director
Howard Zieff
Producer
Brian Grazer
Screenwriter
Barbara Benedek, Laurice Elehwany
Production Co
Columbia Pictures Corporation, Imagine Entertainment
Rating
PG
Genre
Kids & Family, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$60.2M
Runtime
1h 42m
Sound Mix
Surround
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